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The Sexton is in charge of examining the men detained by the Watch, and it is his misfortune that the Watch should be commanded by Dogberry.

The interrogation is soon taken over by Dogberry, but the Sexton is able to guide the matter in the correct direction. He has heard all the story of what happened in the church, as well as knowing of Don John’s flight, and is therefore convinced of the truth of the accusations. He resolves to let Leonato know of it at once.